Sustainable Life Retreats

Change your life... Change the world.

Recharge your energy
Establish a path to greater health and happiness
Gain a direct experience of sustainability & community

Based on The Farm Community in Tennessee, you are surrounded by nature and the energy that comes from the power of a shared vision, a unique environment for change and growth.

Each retreat focuses on a different aspect of the sustainable life. Choose the one that will help you take a positive step and further your life goals.

Most of all, it is about taking the time to enjoy life!

Now it's up to you. Register today!

Douglas
Douglas@thefarmcommunity.com

Swimming Hole
creek walk Check out our video from THE Summer Family Retreat!

Here's a look at our 2012 schedule:

January/February, 2012 - Belize, Central America - Hike in the rainforest, see an array of beautiful waterfalls, overnights in remote dinner Mayan villages, visit relief projects by Plenty International, explore permaculture at the Mayan Mountain Research Center. Contact me to discuss dates and details.
February 24-26, 2012 - The Vegan Cooking Retreat
Whether a confirmed vegan or simply seeking new recipes to better health, you'll find yummy new foods, easy gourmet recipes and a jam packed weekend.
March. 16-18, 2012 - The Spiritual Path
Personal rejuvenation and healing, achieved through focus on our collective consciousness. Yoga, Tai Chi, Meditation, Healing Touch, Music...more
March 30-April 1, 2012- Farm Experience Weekend - Watch the video.
The best overview of life in community, exploring green building and solar technology, organic gardening, midwifery, alternative education, starting a small business, and so much more.
April. 20-22, 2012 - Experience the Land
In addition to our regular Farm Experience Weekend activities and tours, on Saturday afternoon we'll hike to a waterfall in the 1475 acre Big Swan Headwaters Preserve. The Saturday night dinner and entertainment will be a fundraiser for Swan Conservation Trust.

May 3-6, 2012 - The World Peace Diet Conference
featuring Dr. Will Tuttle
The author of The World Peace Diet speaks and performs his music. Weekend activities inlcude: Hands-on garden workshop and multi-garden tour, vegan cooking classes, plus lectures and workshops and with Dr. Will Tuttl ...more
May 18-20, 2012- Men's Retreat
An opportunity to explore men's yang, creative energy, build our strength and better understand our place in the world. Building the bond between brother, fathers and sons....more
May 25-27, 2012 - Conference on Community and Sustainability
Co-sponsored by the Fellowship of Intentional Communities (FIC), this weekend is an immersion in all things community and achieving a lifestyle in line with the values of sustainability. Our most popular event of 2011 that promises to be even greater this year!
June 1-3, 2012- Women's Retreat
Sisters of all ages come together for very special gathering. Hosted by Kathleen Rosemary and other women of The Farm...more
June 3-10 or 8-10, 2012- Organic Gardening Intensive
A week (or weekend) of hands-on gardening as well as garden tours on and off-The Farm to visit Shiitake operations, a bamboo nursery and more.

July 25-29, 2012 (5 Days) or 27-29 (3 Days) - Summer Retreat Like a Farm Experience but with more time to go swimming, hiking, plus kid activities, workshops and always GREAT FOOD! Fun for the entire family. Watch the video.
September 21-23, 2012 - Farm Experience Weekend -
The best overview of life in community, exploring green building and solar technology, organic gardening, midwifery, alternative education, starting a small business, and so much more. Watch the video.
Oct 12-14, 2012 - The Vegan Cooking Retreat
Whether a confirmed vegan or simply seeking new recipes to better health, you'll find yummy new foods, easy gourmet recipes and a jam packed weekend.

More to come! Send us your suggestions!